Doug found a safe space to talk thanks to Bernie, his Macmillan Buddy. Read how one conversation helped him feel heard, supported and more in control.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK (1). It is also one of the primary cancers that affect people from African, Caribbean, and South Asian communities. We know that there are inequities ...

Leading oncologist and Macmillan Cancer Support’s Chief Medical Officer talks on the misleading cancer claims around anti-parasitic drug, ivermectin. I have been an oncologist long enough to see many ...

The Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike is one of the most beautiful, and least hilly, routes in the series. You’ll start at the iconic Alnwick Castle before walking along the beautiful sweeping beaches ...

New research reveals that 40% of people with cancer in the UK have struggled to access treatment or care because of where they live. More needs to be done to make cancer care fair. As a GP, it really ...

A vestibular schwannoma is also called an acoustic neuroma. It starts in cells called Schwann cells. Schwann cells cover and support the hearing and balance nerve. Vestibular schwannomas develop from ...

G-CSF is a type of protein called a growth factor. It is used to increase the number of white blood cells in the blood. It is best to read this information with our general information about the type ...

Use this tool to find local cancer support near you. Results come from our trusted partner, Cancer Care Map. You may see both Macmillan services and other local organisations that offer cancer support ...

There is a lot in the news about weight loss injections such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. These are sometimes called GLP-1 drugs (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists). These drugs work by ...

We aim to get back to you within two working days. Need to talk? 0808 808 00 00 7 days a week, 8am-8pm Call us free* The Macmillan Support Line can help with clinical, practical and financial related ...

Find out about the different types of cancer, including risk factors, symptoms, tests and treatment.

Lung cancer can cause symptoms like breathlessness, a cough, pain, or conditions such as blocked airways, superior vena cava obstruction (SVCO) or pleural effusion. There are different ways these can ...